Mohammed Abdulsalam : “Houthi rebels report casualties from US-British airstrikes in Yemen”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Houthi rebels casualties
2. US-British airstrikes Yemen

A joint British-U.S. airstrike in Yemen targeting Houthi rebels resulted in the death of at least 16 individuals and the injury of 35 others. The strikes were in response to recent Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. U.S. F/A-18 fighter jets launched from the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carrier were involved in the operation. The Houthis claim that civilians were among the casualties, while the U.K. Defense Ministry stated that the strikes were carried out in self-defense due to the ongoing threat posed by the rebels. The conflict stems from the Houthis demanding an end to the Israel-Hamas war.

The Strike on Yemen’s Houthi Rebels

In a joint effort between the United States and the United Kingdom, airstrikes were carried out targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels in a recent series of attacks. The strikes resulted in the deaths of at least 16 individuals and left 35 others wounded, according to statements released by the rebels on Friday. This incident marks one of the highest death tolls publicly acknowledged in response to the rebels’ attacks on shipping in the region.

Details of the Airstrikes

Three U.S. officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, revealed that the airstrikes targeted a range of underground facilities, missile launchers, command and control sites, as well as a Houthi vessel. The attacks were conducted in response to a surge in recent attacks by the Iran-backed militia group on ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. The U.S. F/A-18 fighter jets involved in the operation launched from the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carrier in the Red Sea, with other U.S. warships in the region also taking part.

Houthi Response

The Houthis, however, focused their attention on one specific strike that targeted a building housing Hodeida Radio and civilian homes in the port city on the Red Sea. The rebels claimed that civilians were among those killed and injured in the attack, showcasing images of the aftermath on their Al Masirah satellite news channel. The exact nature of the casualties could not be immediately verified due to the complex nature of the rebel force in Yemen.

International Response

In response to the airstrikes, Houthi spokesman Mohammed Abdulsalam condemned the aggression against Yemen, linking it to the country’s support for Gaza amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict. Both the United Kingdom and the United States defended their actions, with the British Defense Ministry stating that Royal Air Force Typhoon FGR4s conducted strikes on identified Houthi targets in Hodeida and Ghulayfiqah.

Escalating Tensions

The conflict between the Houthis and international forces has been escalating since January, with both the U.S. and the U.K. carrying out multiple strikes against the rebels. The Houthis, in turn, have increased their attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden as a response to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The situation remains volatile, with casualties mounting on both sides.

Continued Struggle

As the conflict intensifies, the repercussions are felt not only in Yemen but also in the wider Middle East region. The Houthis’ actions have disrupted maritime traffic and raised concerns about the safety of international shipping routes. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely as tensions show no signs of abating.